Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CHI06CA171

Brussels, WI, USA

Aircraft #1

N701US

Croke Zenith CH 701

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The amateur-built airplane impacted trees while on final approach to the pilot's private airstrip. The pilot reported that he has no memory of the accident. According to the Federal Aviation Administration inspector who responded to the accident site, the airplane impacted a tree situated near the final approach path to the airstrip,

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot not maintaining clearance from the trees during final approach. The trees located along the final approach course were a factor in the accident.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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